Spring Valley Math Teacher Yanked From Classroom After Girls Allege Sexual Advances

A Spring Valley High School ESL math teacher has been pulled from the classroom and barred from district property after multiple students accused him of repeated sexual advances, according to authorities and other sources. The complaints describe unwanted touching, requests for kisses, and offers of gifts or better grades in exchange. The teacher, identified as Guillermo Malpartida, is currently on paid administrative leave while investigators review the allegations.

Allegations From Students

Four girls have filed official complaints accusing Malpartida of making ongoing sexual advances while he was teaching at Spring Valley High School, according to NBC New York. Two of those students spoke exclusively to the outlet. One student said the behavior started when she was in ninth grade and escalated when she had him as a teacher again this year.

She alleged that Malpartida tried to hug her, put his hands on her chest, and asked, “Can I kiss you?” She also told reporters he allegedly offered her a gift card and changes to her grades to persuade her.

Teacher's Role In The District

Personnel records from the East Ramapo Central School District list Guillermo Malpartida as an Algebra 1/ESL instructor assigned to Spring Valley High School. His name appears in the district’s BoardDocs personnel agenda under Spring Valley High School assignments, confirming his role in the building. East Ramapo Central School District

Investigation And District Response

The East Ramapo School District stated that the employee was immediately placed on administrative leave with pay and is not allowed on school property while the situation is under review, according to a district statement reported by NBC New York. A police investigation into the claims is underway, and the station reports that Malpartida did not respond to its requests for comment.

What New York Law Requires

Under New York Education Law, school staff must file a written report when there is an allegation that a child has been abused by an employee in an educational setting and must forward that report to the superintendent and the appropriate law enforcement agency, according to the School Administrators Association of New York State. The law also requires that parents be notified and given a written statement of their rights. Failure to follow these requirements can result in criminal and civil penalties. SAANYS

What Parents Should Watch For

The East Ramapo Central School District posts required notifications and policies online that outline parent rights and explain how complaints are handled. Parents are encouraged to review those materials for official guidance. Anyone with information related to the allegations is expected to contact local law enforcement, and parents with concerns can reach out directly to district officials for more information. East Ramapo Central School District